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OUR SPIRITUAL RELATIONSHIPS

Lesson 1, for April 4, 1942

Reconciled to God

MEMORY VERSE: "If, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by

the death of His Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by His life."

Rom. 5:10.

STUDY HELP: "Steps to Christ," chapters, "God's Love for Man," and "The

Sinner's Need of Christ."

SEED THOUGHT: "It is the work of conversion and sanctification to reconcile

men to God, by bringing them into accord with the principles of His law. In the begin-

ning, man was created in the image of God. He was in perfect harmony with the nature

and the law of God; the principles of righteousness were written upon his heart. But

sin alienated him from his Maker. He no longer reflected the divine image. His heart

was at war with the principles of God's law. 'The carnal mind is enmity against God:

for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be.' But 'God so loved the

world, that He gave His only-begotten Son,' that man might be reconciled to God.

Through the merits of Christ he can be restored to harmony with his Maker. His heart

must be renewed by divine grace; he must have a new life

from

above. This change is

the new birth, without which, says Jesus, 'he cannot see the kingdom of God.' "—"The

Great Controversy," page 467.

In Rebellion Against God

What is the condition of men by nature? How do they walk? What

are they called? Eph. 2:1-3.

What relation do those subject to the carnal mind sustain to God?

What are some of their characteristics? Rom. 8: 6-8; Titus 3:3.

NOTE —"Education, culture, the exercise of the will, human effort, all have

their proper sphere, but here they are powerless. They may produce an out-

ward correctness of behavior, but they cannot change the heart; they cannot

purify the springs of life. There must be a power working from within, a new

life from above, before men can be changed from sin to holiness. That power

is Christ. His grace alone can quicken the lifeless faculties of the soul, and

attract it to God, to holiness."—Steps

to Christ,

page 20.

How does God describe the wretched state of those who are in re-

bellion against Him? Isa. 1:4-7.

What is God's earnest desire for all? 2 Peter 3:9, last part; Ezek.

18:31, 32.

Changes Through Reconciliation

By what specific act of Christ was it made possible for man to be

brought into harmony with God? Rom. 5:10.

When the sinner accepts God's love, what change takes place? Isa.

1:18.

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By whom and by what means is this great transaction accomplished?

Titus 3:5, 6.

NoTE.—"The broken law of God demanded the life of the sinner. In all

the universe there was but one who could, in behalf of man, satisfy its claims.

Since the divine law is as sacred as God Himself, only one equal with God

could make atonement for its transgression. None but Christ could redeem

fallen man from the curse of the law, and bring him again into harmony with

Heaven."—Patriarchs and Prophets,

page 63.

Since the penalty for the violation of God's law is death, how may

the penalty be removed from the sinner? Rom. 6:23; 1 Peter 2:24.

Contrast man's condition before and after reconciliation. 1 John

5:12; Rom. 8:1.

10.

What is God's purpose for the sons of men? 2 Tim. 1:9, 10; Jer.

29:11.

Nors.—"Before the foundations of the earth were laid, the Father and the

Son had united in a covenant to redeem man if he should

overcome by

Satan. They had clasped their hands in a solemn pledge that Christ should

become the surety for the human race. This pledge Christ has fulfilled. When

upon the cross He cried out, 'It is finished,' He addressed the Father. The

compact had been fully carried out. Now He declares, Father, it is finished. I

have done Thy will, 0 My God. I have completed the work of redemption. If

Thy justice is satisfied, 'I will that they also, whom Thou hast given Me, be

with Me where I am.'

"—The Desire of Ages,

page 834.

11.

How much is embraced in God's purpose for man? Eph. 1:4-12.

NOTE.—"Christ assured the angels that by His death He would ransom

many, and would destroy him who had the power of death. He would recover

the kingdom which man had lost by transgression, and the redeemed were to in-

herit it with Him, and dwell therein forever. Sin and sinners would be blotted

out, nevermore to disturb the peace of heaven or earth. He bade the angelic

host to be in accord with the plan that His Father had accepted, and rejoice

that, through His death, fallen man could be reconciled to God.

"Then joy, inexpressible joy, filled heaven. The glory and blessedness of

a world redeemed, outmeasured even the anguish and sacrifice of the Prince of

life. Through the celestial courts echoed the first strains of that song which

was to ring out above the hills of Bethlehem,—`Glory to God in the highest,

and on earth peace, good will toward men.' With a

deeper

gladness now than

in the rapture of the new creation, 'the morning stars sang together, and all

the sons of God shouted for joy.'

"—Patriarchs and Prophets,

page 65.

Evidences of Reconciliation

12.

What should be the daily experience of those who have been rec-

onciled to God? Rom. 5:1, 2; 2 Peter 1:4-8.

13.

Whose peace do those reconciled to God have? To what is it com-

pared? John 14:27; Isa. 48:18.

NOTE.—"Inward peace and a conscience void of offense toward God, will

quicken and invigorate the intellect, like dew distilled upon the tender plants.

The will is then rightly directed and controlled, and is more decided, and yet

free

from perverseness. The meditations are pleasing because they are sanc-

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tified. The serenity of mind which you may possess, will bless all with whom

you associate. This peace and calmness will, in time, become natural, and will

reflect its precious rays upon all around you, to be again reflected upon you.

The more you taste this heavenly peace and quietude of mind, the more it

will increase. It is an animated, living pleasure which does not throw all the

moral energies into a stupor, but awakens them to increased activity. Perfect

peace is an attribute of heaven which angels possess. May God help you to

become a possessor of this

peace."—Testimonies,

vol. 2, p. 327.

14.

What will the Master who spoke peace to the troubled waters of

Galilee (Mark 4:37-39) do for troubled hearts today? Phil. 4:7.

15.

Besides giving peace, what will God do for those who accept His

purpose for them? Heb. 13:20, 21.

NotE.—"The same unseen Hand that guides the planets in their courses,

and upholds the worlds by His power, has made provision for man formed in

His image, that he may be little less than the angels of God while in the per-

formance of his duties on earth. God's purposes have not been answered by

men who have been entrusted with the most solemn truth ever given to man.

He designs that we should rise higher and higher toward a state of perfection,

seeing and realizing at every step the power and glory of

God."—Testimonies,

vol. 4, pp. 415, 416.

16.

What

kind of Christians does reconciliation with God produce?

Col. 1:27, 28; 2:6, 7, 10.

Lesson 2, for April 11, 1942

The Christian's Relationship to the Heavenly

Father

MEMORY VERSE: "As many as received Him, to them gave He power to be-

come the sons of God, even to them that believe on His name." John 1:12.

STUDY HELP: "Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing," pages 154-176.

SEED THOUGHT: "But if you call God your Father, you acknowledge your-

selves His children, to be guided by His wisdom, and to be obedient in all things, know-

ing that His love is changeless. You will accept His plan for your life. As children

of God, you will hold His honor, His character, His family, His work, as the objects of

your highest interest. It will be your joy to recognize and honor your relation to your

Father, and to every member of His family. You will rejoice to do any act, however

humble, that will tend to His glory, or to the well-being of your kindred."—"Thoughts

From the Mount of Blessing," page 156.

The Supreme God

What are some of the attributes and characteristics of our God?

Isa. 40:28-31;

1 Tim. 1:17.

NorE.—"All that man needs to know or can know of God has been revealed

in the life and character of His

Son."—Testimonies,

vol. 8, p. 286.

How are His glory and majesty revealed? Ps. 19:1, 2; Rom. 1:19, 20.

What relationship does the reconciled soul sustain to this Supreme

Being? 2 Cor. 6:18; Matt. 6:9.

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Children of God

How is this relationship formed? How does the Saviour speak of it?

John 1:12; 3:3, 7.

NcrrE.—"Through this simple act of believing God, the Holy Spirit has be-

gotten a new life in your heart. You areas a child born into the family of God,

and He loves you as He loves His

Son."—Steps to Christ,

page 56.

"As our intercessor,Christ's office work is to introduce us to God as His

sons and daughters. H intercedes in behalf of those who receive Him. With

His own blood He has paid their ransom. By virtue of His merits, He gives

them power to become members of the royal family, children of the heavenly

King."—Testimonies,

vol. 8, p. 177.

What separation must take place in the establishment of this rela-

tionship? 2 Cor. 6:17, 18; 7:1.

NOTE.—"Every sinful gratification tends to benumb the faculties and deaden

the mental and spiritual perceptions, and the word or the Spirit of God can

make but a feeble impression upon the heart. Paul writes to the Corinthians,

`Let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting

holiness in the fear of God.'

"—The Great Controversy,

page 474.

"The love of the world has a terrible hold upon the people whom the Lord

has commanded to watch and pray always, lest coming suddenly He find them

sleeping."—Testimonies, vol. 2,

p. 196.

In another powerful appeal, how does the heavenly Father urge His

children to forsake the world? 1 John 2:15-17.

NoTE.—"You cannot affiliate with the world without becoming a partaker

of its spirit, without becoming guilty of treason against the Lord who has

bought you."—Mrs. E. G. White, in

Review and Herald,

Aug. 26, 1890.

"We need to be converted daily

. Our prayers should be more fervent; then

they will be more effectual. Stronger and stronger should be our confidence

that God's Spirit will be with us, making us pure and holy, as upright and

fragrant as the cedar of

Lebanon."—Testimonies, vol.

7, p.

252.

God's Standard for His Children

To represent their heavenly Father properly in this world, what

standard is set for His children? Matt. 5:48; 1 John 3:2.

NoTE.—"As Christ is, the channel for the revelation of the Father

so we

are to be the channel for the revelation of

Christ."—Thoughts From

the

Mount

of Blessing,

page 67.

By what rule must the children of God live? John 15:10; Matt.

19:17.

Characteristics of God's Children

How do the daily lives of Christians prove them to be God's children?

1 John 5:4.

NoTE.—"The Saviour was deeply anxious for His disciples to understand

for what purpose His divinity was united to humanity. He came to the world

to display the glory of God, that man might be uplifted by its restoring power.

God was manifested in Him that He might be manifested in them. Jesus re-

vealed no qualities, and exercised no powers, that men may not have through

faith in Him. His perfect humanity is that which all His followers may pos-

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sess, if they will be in subjection to God as He

was."—The Desire of Ages,

page 664.

10.. How do God's people demonstrate their love for their heavenly

Father? Mark 12:30, 31.

11.

What outstanding characteristics of the child of God are mentioned

in Hebrews 12:28? (Reverence and godly fear.) In Psalm 9:10? (Trust

in God.) In Psalm 40:8? (Delight in doing God's will.)

NcrrE.—"The life on earth is the beginning of the life in heaven; education

on earth is an initiation into the principles of heaven; the lifework here is a

training for the lifework there. What we now are, in character and holy serv-

ice, is the sure foreshadowing of what we shall

be."—Education,

page 307.

12.

How

only can these characteristics be developed? Titus 2:11-13.

13.

How do false professors of Christ dishonor the heavenly Father?

Titus 1:16.

Inheritance of God's Children

14.

What does God's purpose for His children include? 1 Peter 1:3-5;

Rev. 21:7.

NorE.—"All the treasures of the universe will be open to the study of

God's

children. With unutterable delight we shall enter into the joy and the wisdom

of unfallen beings. We shall share the treasures gained through ages upon

ages spent in contemplation of God's handiwork. And the years of eternity,

as they roll, will continue to bring more glorious revelations. 'Exceeding abun-

dant above all that we ask or think' will be, forever and forever, the imparta-

tion of the gifts of

God."—Education,

page 307.

15.

Upon what promises

may we rest our confidence in the reality of

this inheritance? Heb. 10:35, 36; 2 Peter 3:13.

NorE.—"We

must be there. We must bask in the forgiving smiles of God,

to whom we have become reconciled, and sin no more; we must have access

to that exhaustless fount of vitality, the fruit of the tree of life, and never die;

we must repose under the shadow of its leaves, which are for the service

the nations, and never again grow weary; we must drink from the life-giving

fountain, and thirst nevermore; we must bathe in its silvery spray, and be

refreshed; we must walk on its golden sands, and feel that we are no longer

exiles; we must exchange the cross for the crown and feel that the days of our

humiliation are ended; we must lay down the staff

: and take the palm branch,

and feel that the journey is done; we must put off the rent garments of our

warfare for the white robes of triumph, and feel that the conflict is ended and

the victory gained; we must exchange the toil-worn dusty girdle of our pil-

grimage for the glorious vesture of immortality, and feel that sin and the curse

can never more pollute us. 0 day of rest and triumph, and every good, delay

not thy dawning I Let the angels at once be sent to gather the elect. Let the

promise be fulfilled which bears in its train these matchless glories."—Daniel

and the Revelation,

page 776.

THIRTEENTH SABBATH OFFERING

June 27, 1942

Missions of Southern European Division

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Lesson 3, for April 18, 1942

The Relation of the Christian to Jesus,

the Son of God

MEMORY VERSE: "This is life eternal, that they might know Thee the only

true God, and Jesus Christ, whom Thou bast sent." John 17:3.

STUDY HELP: "Steps to Christ," chapter, "The Test of Discipleship."

SEED THOUGHT: "In giving us His word, God has put us in possession of

every truth essential for our salvation. Thousands have drawn water from these wells

of life, yet there is no diminishing of the supply. Thousands have set the Lord before

them, and by beholding have been changed into the same image. Their spirit burns

within them as they speak of His character, telling what Christ is to them, and what

they are to Christ. But these searchers have not exhausted these grand and holy

themes. Thousands more may engage in the work of searching out the mysteries of

salvation. As the life of Christ and the character of His mission are dwelt upon, rays

of light will shine forth more distinctly at every attempt to discover truth. Each fresh

search will reveal something more deeply interesting than has yet been unfolded. The

subject is inexhaustible. The study of the incarnation of Christ, His atoning sacrifice

and mediatorial work, will employ the mind of the diligent student as long as time shall

last; and looking to heaven with its unnumbered years, he will exclaim, 'Great is the

mystery of godliness.' "—"Christ's Object Lessons," pages 133, 134.

Creator and Redeemer

Who was associated with our heavenly Father in creation? For

whom were all things made? John 1:1-3; Col. 1:15, 16.

How are they associated in the plan of salvation? 2 Cor. 5:18, 19;

Zech. 6:12, 13.

NoTE.—"It was a costly sacrifice that the Lord of heaven made. Divine

benevolence was stirred to its unfathomable depths; it was impossible for God

to give

more."—Testimonies,

vol. 9, pp. 59, 60.

"Christ would reach to the depths of misery to rescue the ruined race. Be-

fore the Father He pleaded in the sinner's behalf, while the host of heaven

awaited the result with an intensity of interest that words cannot express. Long

continued was that mysterious communing,—`the counsel of peace' for the

fallen sons of men. The plan of salvation had been laid before the creation of

the earth; for Christ is the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world;' yet

it was a struggle, even with the King of the universe, to yield up His Son to die

for the guilty race. But 'God so loved the world, that He gave His only-be-

gotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have ever-

lasting life' Oh, the mystery of redemption! the love of God for a world that

did not love Him! Who can know the depths of that love which `passeth

knowledge'? Through endless ages, immortal minds, seeking to comprehend

the mystery of that incomprehensible love, will wonder and

adore."—Patri-

archs and Prophets,

pages 63, 64.

What Jesus Is to the Christian

What steps in humility did Jesus take in order to redeem man?

Phil. 2:6-8; Heb. 2:14, 15.

NOTE.—"The

Son of God could not have shown greater condescension than

He did; He could not have stooped

lower."—Testimonies, vol. 7,

p. 29.

"As the Son of man, He gave us an example of obedience; as the Son of God,

He gives us power to

obey."—The Desire of Ages,

page 24.

What relation does Jesus sustain to the Christian? Heb. 2:11, 12.

After His ascension, what did Christ become to the Christian? Heb.

8:1, 2; 2:17.

NOTE.—"As a priest, Christ is now set down with the Father in His throne.

Upon the throne with the eternal, self-existent One, is He who `hath borne our

griefs, and carried our sorrows,' who 'was in all points tempted like as we are,

yet without sin,' that He might be 'able to succor them that are tempted.' If

any man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father.' His intercession is that

of a pierced and broken body, of a spotless life. The wounded hands, the

pierced side, the marred feet, plead for fallen man, whose redemption was pur-

chased at such infinite cost."—The

Great Controversy,

page 416.

In this capacity, what is He able to do for the Christian? Why?

Heb. 2:18; 7:25.

Norc.—"The Elder Brother of our race is by the eternal throne. He looks

upon every soul who is turning his face toward Him as the Saviour. He knows

by experience what are the weaknesses of humanity, what are our wants, and

where lies the strength of our temptations; for He was 'in all points tempted

like as we are, yet without sin.' He is watching over you, trembling child of

God. Are you tempted? He will deliver. Are you weak? He will strengthen.

Are you ignorant? He will enlighten. Are you wounded? He will heal. The

Lord `telleth the number of the stars;' and yet 'He healeth the broken in heart,

and bindeth up their wounds.'

"—The Ministry of Healing,

page 71.

Why are we safe in His keeping? John 10:28, 29.

Privileges of the Believer

Under what conditions may we enjoy these wonderful blessings?

Rom. 12: 1 ; 6 : 13, 14.

What change takes place after a complete surrender? Rom. 6:17,

18; Phil. 2:13.

NOTE.—" 'The prince of this world cometh,' said Jesus, 'and hath nothing

in Me.' There was in Him nothing that responded to Satan's sophistry. He

did not consent to sin. Not even by a thought did He yield to temptation. So

it may be with us. Christ's humanity was united with divinity; He was fitted

for the conflict by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. And He came to make

us partakers of the divine nature. So long as we are united to Him by faith,

sin has no more dominion over us. God reaches for the hand of faith in us to

direct it to lay fast hold upon the divinity of Christ, that we may attain to

perfection of character."—The

Desire of Ages,

page 123.

10.

How may we enjoy sweet fellowship with Jesus? John 14:23;

Rev. 3:

20.

NoTE.—"Those who take Christ at His word, and surrender their souls to

His keeping, their lives to His ordering, will find peace and quietude. Nothing of

the world can make them sad when Jesus makes them glad by His presence. In

perfect acquiescence there is perfect rest. The Lord says, 'Thou wilt keep him

in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on Thee: because he trusteth in Thee.'

Our lives may seem a tangle; but as we commit ourselves to the wise Master

Worker, He will bring out

the

pattern of life and character that will be to His

own glory. And that character which expresses the glory—character—of

Christ will be received into the Paradise of God. A renovated race shall walk

with Him in white, for they are worthy."—The

Desire of Ages,

page 331.

11.

How do we reveal our love for Jesus and our trust in Him? John

14:21; 1 John 4:16-18.

NorE.—"All true obedience comes from the heart. It was heart work with

Christ. And if we consent, He will so identify Himself with our thoughts and

aims, so blend our hearts and minds into conformity to His will, that when

obeying Him we shall be but carrying out our own impulses. The will, refined

and sanctified, will find its highest delight in doing His service. When we know

God as it is our privilege to know Him, our life will be

life of continual

obedience. Through an appreciation of the character of Christ, through com-

munion with God, sin will become hateful to

us."—The Desire of Ages,

page

668.

12.

If such an intimate relationship is sustained, of what may we be

assured? John 15:7; 1 John 3:21, 22.

13.

What will be the result of such intimate association with Jesus?

John 15:5, 8, 16, 11.

Nors.—"If men will but humble themselves before God, if they will not

exalt their judgment as the all-controlling influence, if they will make room

for the Lord to plan and work, God will use the qualifications He has given

them in a way that will glorify His name. He will purify His workers from

all selfishness, cutting off the branches that would entwine around undesirable

objects, pruning the vine so that it will produce fruit. God is the great Hus-

bandman. He will make everything in the lives of those who are laborers

together with Christ subservient to His great purpose of growth and fruit

bearing. It is His plan, by conforming His servants day by day to the image of

Christ, by making them partakers of the divine nature, to cause them to bear

fruit

abundantly."—Testimonies, vol. 8,

p. 186.

Results to the Christian

14.

How only can the heart be calm and peaceful amid the trials, hard-

ships, and dangers of these last days? Matt. 11:2830; Isa. 26:3.

Non.—"Let us be hopeful and courageous. Despondency in God's service

is sinful and unreasonable. He knows our every necessity. To the omnipotence

of the King of kings our covenant-keeping God unites the gentleness and care

of the tender shepherd. His power is absolute, and it is the pledge of the sure

fulfillment of His promises to all who trust in Him. He has means for the re-

moval of every difficulty, that those who serve Him and respect the means He

employs may be sustained. His love is as far above all other love as the heavens

are above the earth. He watches over His children with a love that is measure-

less and everlasting."—The

Ministry of Healing,

pages 481, 482.

15.

What will it mean to know Jesus? How only can we become ac-

quainted with Him? John 17:3; 5:39.

Nors.—"Transformation of character, purity of life, efficiency in service,

adherence to correct principles, all depend upon a right knowledge of God.

This knowledge is the essential preparation both for this life and for the life

come."—The Ministry of Healing,

page 409.

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Lesson 4, for April 25, 1942

The Christian's Relation to the Holy Spirit

MEMORY

VERSE: "Grieve not the Holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed

unto the day of redemption." Eph. 4:30.

STUDY HELPS: "The Desire of Ages," pages 172-177, 669-672; "The Acts of

the Apostles," pages 47-56, 529-533.

SEED THOUGHT: "Never will the human heart know happiness until it is sub-

mitted to be molded by the Spirit of God. The Spirit conforms the renewed soul to the

model, Jesus Christ. Through the influence of the Spirit, enmity against God is

changed into faith and love, and

pride

into humility. The soul perceives the beauty of

truth, and Christ is honored in excellence and perfection of character. As these

changes are effected, angels break out in rapturous song, and God and Christ rejoice

over souls fashioned after the divine similitude."—"Messages to Young People," pages

55, 56.

Office of the Holy Spirit

What

part

did the Spirit of God have in the creation of the world?

Gen. 1:2.

How did the Holy Spirit operate in giving us the Scriptures? 2

Peter 1:21.

NorE.—"The Holy Spirit enabled the disciples to exalt the Lord alone, and

guided the pens of the sacred historians, that the record of the words and works

of Christ might be given to the

world."—Gospel Workers,

page 286.

During Christ's earthly sojourn, how did the Spirit co-operate with

Him in service? Luke 4:18; Acts 10:38.

After Christ's ascension, who became His successor on earth? John

14:26; 16:7, 14.

Nora.—"The Holy Spirit is Christ's representative, but divested of the

personality of humanity, and independent thereof. Cumbered with humanity,

Christ could not be in every place personally. Therefore it was for their interest

that He should go to the Father, and send the Spirit to be His successor on

earth. No one could then have any advantage because of his location or his

personal contact with Christ. By the Spirit the Saviour would be accessible

to all. In this sense He would be nearer to them than if He had not ascended

on high."—The

Desire of Ages,

page 669.

In what ways does

the Holy Spirit help the individual? John 16:8,

13; 3:5.

What the Holy Spirit Does for the Christian

What assurance have we of the Holy Spirit's help and of

His interest

in our salvation? Luke 11:13; Rom.

8:26, 27.

NOTE.—"The Spirit was to be given as a regenerating agent, and without

this the sacrifice of Christ would have been of no avail. The power of evil had

been strengthening for centuries, and the submission of men to this satanic

captivity was amazing. Sin could be resisted and overcome only through the

mighty agency of the third person of the Godhead, who would come with no

modified energy, but in the fullness of divine power. It is the Spirit that makes

effectual what has been wrought out by the world's Redeemer. It is by the

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Spirit that the heart is made pure. Through the Spirit the believer becomes a

partaker of the divine nature. Christ has given His Spirit as

divine power

to overcome all hereditary and cultivated tendencies to evil, and to impress

His own character upon His church."—The

Desire of Ages,

page 671.

After convicting of sin,

what transformation will He make in the

surrendered life? Titus 3:5, last part; 2 Cor. 3:18.

Nors.—"God takes men as they are, and educates them for His service, if

they will yield themselves to Him. The Spirit of God, received into the soul,

quickens all its faculties. Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the mind that

is devoted unreservedly to God, develops harmoniously, and is strengthened to

comprehend and fulfill the requirements of God. The weak, vacillating char-

acter becomes changed to one of strength and steadfastness. Continual devo-

tion establishes so close a relation between Jesus and His disciples that the

Christian becomes like his Master in character. He has clearer, broader views.

His discernment is more penetrative, his judgment better balanced. So quick-

ened is he by the life-giving power of the Sun of Righteousness, that he is en-

abled to bear much fruit to the glory of

God."—Gospel Workers,

pages 285, 286.

What work of grace is wrought in our hearts by the Spirit? How

will this enable us to live a righteous life? Rom. 5:5; Matt. 22:37-40.

NOTE.—"God's law is fulfilled only as men love Him with heart, mind, soul,

and strength, and their neighbor as themselves. It is the manifestation of this

love that brings glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace and good will

to men. The Lord is glorified when the great end of His law is attained. It is

the work of the Holy Spirit from age to age to impart love to human hearts;

for love is the living principle of

brotherhood."—Testimonies,

vol. 8, p. 139.

How does the Spirit enable Christians to understand the Bible?

John 16:13; 1 Cor. 2:9, 10, 13.

NOTE.—"The Holy Spirit, sent from heaven by the benevolence of infinite

love, takes the things of God, and reveals them to every soul that has an im-

plicit faith in Christ. . . . As we study the Scriptures, we should pray for the

light of God's Holy Spirit to shine upon the word, that we may see and appre-

ciate its treasures."—Christ's

Object Lessons,

page 113.

"Christ promised that the Holy Spirit should abide with those who wrestle

for victory over sin, to demonstrate the power of divine might by endowing

the human agent with supernatural strength and instructing the ignorant in

the mysteries of the kingdom of

God."—Gospel Workers,

page 286.

10.

What is the Christian's secret of success in service? Acts 1:8;

Luke 12:12.

Nors.—"Only to those who wait humbly upon God, who watch for His

guidance and grace, is the Spirit given. This promised blessing, claimed by

faith, brings all other blessings in its train. It is given according to the riches

of the grace of Christ, and He is ready to supply every soul according to the

capacity to

receive."—Gospel Workers,

page 285.

Evidences of Submission to the Holy 'Spirit

11.

How will the spiritually minded person think and act? Rom. 8:6,

8, 9; Gal. 5:16, 22, 23, 25.

12.

What results•were seen in the early church when the Holy Spirit

controlled the hearts of the believers? Acts 4:31-33; 11:22-24.

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Nom.—"The presence of the Spirit with God's workers will give the pres-

entation of the truth a power that not all the honor or glory of the world

could give. The Spirit furnishes the strength that sustains striving, wrestling

souls in every emergency, amidst the unfriendliness of relatives, the hatred of

the world, and the realization of their own imperfections and mistakes

"—

Testimonies,

vol. 8, p. 22.

The Grieving of the Spirit

13. 'What are some of the things the Christian must do in order not to

grieve the Holy Spirit?

Must open the heart's door. Rev. 3:20.

Must receive the Spirit. John 20:22.

Must turn away from sin. Eph. 4:31.

Must be kind to others. Eph. 4:32.

Must be His witnesses. Acts 1:8.

14. Why is it so all-important for the Christian not to grieve the Holy

Spirit? Eph. 4:30. (Rev. 7:3; 14:1, 5.)

NOTE.—"Now is the time to prepare. The seal of God will never be placed

upon the forehead of an impure man or woman. It will never be placed upon

the forehead of the ambitious, world-loving man or woman. It will never be

placed upon the forehead of men or women of false tongues or deceitful hearts.

All who receive the seal must be without spot before God—candidates for

heaven. Go forward, my brethren and sisters. I can only write briefly upon

these points at this time, merely calling your attention to the necessity of

preparation. Search the Scriptures for yourselves, that you may understand

the fearful solemnity of the present

hour."—Testimonies vol.

5, p. 216.

15. What are two things we must avoid in order not to sin against the

Holy Spirit? 1 Thess. 5:19; Acts 7:51.

NOTE.—"Precious light is to shine forth from the word of God, and let no

one presume to dictate what shall or what shall not be brought before the peo-

ple in the messages of enlightenment that He shall send, and so quench the

Spirit of God. . . . It was from pursuing this very course that the popular

churches were left in partial darkness, and that is why the messages of heaven

have not reached

them."—Testimonies on Sabbath School Work,

page 65. ,

"There is not an impulse of our nature, not a faculty of the mind or an

inclination of the heart, but needs to be, moment by moment, under the control

of the Spirit of

God."—Patriarchs and Prophets,

page 421.

Thirteenth Sabbath "Overflow"

The "overflow" of the Thirteenth Sabbath Offering this quarter is to es-

tablish the gospel work in the North African Union, where live nearly 14,000,-

000 people. About 3,000,000 of these are Europeans, the others are Arabs.

A serious handicap to the work is that we do not possess one chapel in all this

field. Our largest church membership is in the city of Algiers, and a repre-

sentative place of worship is greatly needed. Our people ask for your loyal

support on the Thirteenth Sabbath to help meet this need.

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Lesson 5, for May 2, 1942

The Christian's Relation to the Bible

MEMORY VERSE: "Search the scriptures; for . . . they are they which tes-

tify of Me." John 5:39.

STUDY HELP: "Steps to Christ," chapter, "A Knowledge of God."

SEED THOUGHT: "None but those who have fortified the mind with the truths

of the Bible will stand through the last great conflict. To every soul will come the

searching test, Shall I obey God rather than men? The decisive hour is even now at

hand. Are our feet planted on the rock of God's immutable word? Are we prepared to

stand firm in defense of the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus?"—"The

Great Controversy," pages

593, 594.

The Supreme Book

How were the

Scriptures given

to man?

2 Tim. 3 :16.

NorE.—"The union of the divine and the human,

manifest in Christ, exists

also in the Bible. The truths revealed are all 'given by inspiration of God;' yet

they are expressed in the words of men, and are adapted to human needs. Thus

it may be said of the Book of God, as it was of Christ, that 'the Word was made

flesh, and dwelt among us.' And this fact, so far from being an argument

against the Bible, should strengthen faith in it as the word of God. Those who

pronounce upon the inspiration of the Scriptures, accepting some portions as

divine, while they reject other parts as human, overlook the fact that Christ,

the divine, partook of our human nature, that He might reach humanity. In

the work of God for man's redemption, divinity and humanity are combined."

—Testimonies, vol.

5, pp. 747, 748.

What part did man have in its preparation? 2 Peter 1:21.

What assurance have we of the perpetuity of the word of God? Isa.

40:8; Matt. 24:35.

NorE.—"The empire of Caesar is gone; the legions of Rome are moldering

in the dust; the avalanches that Napoleon hurled upon Europe have melted

away; the pride of the Pharaohs is fallen; the pyramids that they raised to be

their tombs are sinking every day in the desert sands; Tyre is a rock for bleach-

ing fishermen's nets; Sidon has scarcely left a wreck behind; but the word of

God still survives. All things that threatened to extinguish it have only aided

it; and it proves every day how transient is the noblest monument that man

can build, how enduring is the least word that God has spoken. Tradition has

dug for it a grave; intolerance has lighted for it many a fagot; many a Judas

has betrayed it with a kiss; many a Peter has denied it with an oath; many a

Demas has forsaken it: but the word of God still endures."—Dr.

Cummings.

How has its purity been preserved through the ages? Ps. 12:6, 7.

Nora.—"Satan had urged on the papal priests and prelates to bury the

word of truth beneath the rubbish of error, heresy, and superstition; but in a

most wonderful manner it was preserved uncorrupted through all the ages of

darkness. It bore not the stamp of man, but the impress of God. Men have

been unwearied in their efforts to obscure the plain, simple meaning of the

Scriptures, and to make them contradict their own testimony; but like the ark

upon the billowy deep, the word of God outrides the storms that threaten it

with destruction."—The

Great Controversy,

page 69.

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The Vaudois sometimes are called "the Israel of the Alps." "For a thou-

sand years," these "witnesses for the truth maintained the ancient faith." Like

a huge pipeline that carries the pure mountain water to a distant city, protect-

ing it from all contamination along the way, those fearless heroes of the cross

carried God's blessed word in its purity down from the early Christian era to

the Reformation of the sixteenth century, shielding it from all heathen adultera-

tions with their own lifeblood. A portion of the pledge taken by the Vaudois

reads as follows:

"'We promise to maintain the Bible, whole and without admixture, accord-

ing to the usage of the true apostolic church, persevering in this holy religion,

though it be at, the peril of our life, in order that we may transmit it to our

children, intact and pure, as we received it from our fathers.' "—J. A. Wylie,

History of Protestantism,

vol. 2, p. 462.

What illustrations of the power of this word are given? Heb. 4:12;

Jer. 23:29; Isa. 55:10, 11.

How do the things of nature bear witness to the mighty power of the

word of God? Heb. 1:3.

The Bible and Salvation

What should be our attitude toward the Bible? Why are we com-

manded to study it? 1 Thess. 2:13; 2 Tim. 3:14, 15.

Nom.—"The word of the living God is not merely written, but spoken. The

Bible is God's voice speaking to us, just as surely as though we could hear it

with our ears. If we realized this, with what awe would we open God's word,

and with what earnestness would we search its precepts I The reading and con-

templation of the Scriptures would be regarded as an audience with the Infinite

One."—Testimonies,

vol. 6, p. 393.

"Hold fast to the Bible as the sheet anchor of your liberties; write its pre-

cepts on your hearts and practice them in your lives. To the influence of this

Book we are indebted for the progress made in civilization, and to this we must

look as our guide in the future."—U.

S. Grant.

What is one reason Christ's followers fail to reach

the highest stand-

ard of Christian living? Matt. 22:29; Acts 17:11.

NoTE.----"If we would live a true Christian life, the conscience must be

quickened by constant contact with the word of God. All the precious things

which at infinite cost God has provided for us, will do us good; they cannot

strengthen us and produce spiritual growth unless we appropriate them. We

must eat the word of God make it a part of

ourselves."—Testimonies, vol.

7, p. 195.

How is Bible study related to the new birth and to Christian growth?

1 Peter 1:23; 2:2.

NoTE.—"Those who will put on the whole armor of God, and devote some

time every day to meditation and prayer, and to the study of the Scriptures,

will be connected with Heaven, and will have a saving, transforming influence

upon those around them. Great thoughts, noble aspirations, clear perceptions

truth and duty to God, will be theirs. They will be yearning for purity, for

light, for love, for all the graces of heavenly birth. Their earnest prayers will

enter into that within the veil. This

class

will have a sanctified boldness to

come into the presence of the

Infinite

One. They will feel that Heaven's light

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and glories are for them, and they will become refined, elevated, ennobled by

this intimate acquaintance with God. Such is the privilege of true Christians."

—Testimonies, vol.

5, pp. 112, 113.

Methods of Study

10.

What must be our attitude toward truth if we would understand

the Bible? John 8:31, 32; 7:17.

NorE.—"Whoever will prayerfully study the Bible, desiring to know the

truth, that he may obey it, will receive divine enlightenment. He will under-

stand the Scriptures."—The

Desire of Ages,

page 459.

11.

Who alone is the infallible interpreter of divine truth? John 16:13,

14; 1 Cor. 2:10, 13.

NorE.—"We should carefully study the Bible, asking God for the aid of

the Holy Spirit, that we may understand His word."—The

Desire of Ages,

page 390.

For Every Present Need

12.

What is the nature of the Christian's warfare and of the weapons

needed in it? To what is the word of God likened? Eph. 6:12-17.

13.

Give two illustrations of Christ's use of the Scriptures. Matt. 4:4,

7, 10; Luke 24:27.

NOTE.—"Jesus met Satan with the words of Scripture. 'It is written,' He

said. In every temptation the weapon of His warfare was the word of God."

—The Desire of Ages,

page 120.

14.

How did Job regard the word of God? Job 23:12.

15.

How is Bible study woven into successful service? 2 Tim. 2:15;

1 Peter 3:15.

16.

At what period in the world's history will it be true that only those

who have hidden God's word in their hearts will have access to its promises?

Amos 8:11, 12; Ps. 119:11.

NOTE.—"Those who had not prized God's word were hurrying to and fro,

wandering from sea to sea, and from the north to the east, to seek the word of

the Lord. Said the angel, 'They shall not find it. There is a famine in the land;

not a famine of bread, nor a thirst for water, but for hearing the words of the

Lord. What would they not give for one word of approval from God ! but no,

they must hunger and thirst on. Day after day have they slighted salvation,

prizing earthly riches and earthly pleasure higher than any heavenly treasure

or inducement. They have rejected Jesus and despised His saints. The filthy

must remain filthy forever.'

"—Early Writings,

pages 281, 282.

THIRTEENTH SABBATH OFFERING

June 27, 1942

Missions of Southern European Division

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Lesson 6, for May 9, 1942

The Christian's Relation to Prayer

MEMORY VERSE: "Ye shall seek Me, and find Me, when ye shall search for Me

with all your heart." Jer. 29:13.

STUDY HELPS: "Steps to Christ," chapter, "The Privilege

Prayer;" "Edu-

cation," pages 260, 261.

SEED THOUGHT: "The reason why so many are left to themselves in places of

temptation is that they do not set the Lord always before them. When we permit our

communion with God to be broken, our defense is departed from us. Not all your good

purposes and good intentions will enable you to withstand evil. You must be men and

women of prayer. Your petitions must not be faint, occasional, and fitful, but earnest,

persevering, and constant. It is not always necessary to bow upon your knees in order

to pray. Cultivate the habit of talking with the Saviour when you are alone, when you

,are walking, and when you are busy with your daily labor. Let the heart be continu-

ally uplifted in silent petition for help, for light, for strength, for knowledge. Let

every breath

be a

prayer."—"The Ministry of Healing," pages 510, 511.

Holding Converse With God

How comprehensive is God's invitation to sinners? By what title are

we to address Him? Jer. 29:11-13; Luke 11:2.

What is He able to do for us? Eph. 3:20, 21.

NoTE.—"Keep your wants, your joys, your sorrows, your cares, and your

fears, before God. You cannot burden Him; you cannot weary Him. He who

numbers the hairs of your head is not indifferent to the wants of His children.

`The

Lord is very pitififf, and of tender mercy.' His heart of love is touched

by our sorrows, and even by our utterance of them. Take to Him everything

that perplexes the mind. . . . The relations between God and each soul are as

distinct and full as though there were not another soul for whom He gave His

beloved

Son."—Steps to Christ,

pages 104, 105.

How has God revealed to us His desire to have us come to Him fO

help? Rom. 8:32; Isa. 55:1.

Requests We May Bring to Him

"4.:

Name some of the personal blessings we are invited to request of God:

Forgiveness. 1 John 1:9; Matt. 6:12.

Daily necessities. Matt. 6:11.

Wisdom to do right. James 1:5.

Keeping power. Matt. 6:13.

Deliverance in time of trouble. Ps. 50:15; 34:6.

Great faith. Matt. 15:28; Luke 17:5.

For health when sick. James 5:14-16.

NOTE.—"Although

there may be a tainted, corrupted atmosphere around

us, we need not breathe its miasma, but may live in the pure air of heaven. We

may close every door to impure imaginings and unholy thoughts by lifting the

soul into the presence of God through sincere prayer. Those whose hearts are

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open to receive the support and blessing of God will walk in a holier atmos-

phere than that of earth, and will have constant communion with Heaven."—

Steps to Christ,

page 104.

For whom are we admonished to pray? Eph. 6:18; Matt. 5:44; 2

Thess. 3:1; 1 Tim. 2:1.

What special request should we make for rulers? Why? 1 Tim. 2:2, 3.

What great needs should we spread daily before our heavenly Fa-

ther? Matt. 9:37, 38.

Conditions to Be Met

Name some features of acceptable prayer. 1 Cor. 14:15; Phil. 4:6.

NoTE.—"We must not only pray in Christ's name, but by the inspiration of

the Holy Spirit. This explains what is meant when it is said that the Spirit '

`maketh intercession for us, with groanings which cannot

uttered,' Such

prayer God delights to answer. When with earnestness and intensity we breathe

a prayer in the name of Christ, there is in that very intensity a pledge from God

that He is about to answer our prayer 'exceeding abundantly above all that we

ask or think.'

"—Christ's Object Lessons,

page 147.

What are two essentials to effectual prayer? James 1:6; Heb. 11:6;

Mark 11:24.

NoTE.—"Faith is the gift of God, but the power to exercise it is ours. Faith

is the hand by which the soul takes hold upon the divine offers of grace and

mercy."—Patriarchs and Prophets,

page 431.

"There are certain conditions upon which we may expect that God will hear

and answer our prayers. One of the first of these is that we feel our need of

help from Him. He has promised, 'I will pour water upon him that is thirsty,

and floods upon the dry ground.' Those who hunger and thirst after righteous-

ness, who long after God, may be sure that they will be filled. The heart must

be open to the Spirit's influence, or God's blessing cannot be received."—Steps

to Christ,

page 99.

10.

What besides faith does sincere, effectual prayer require? 2 Chron.

7:14; 1 John 3:22.

NorE.—"Instead of releasing man from obedience, it is faith, and faith only,

that makes us partakers of the grace of Christ, which enables us to render

obedience. We do not earn salvation by our obedience; for salvation is the

free gift of God, to be received by faith. But obedience is the fruit of faith."

—Steps to Christ,

pages 65, 66.

11.

How does our relation to others affect our prayers? Matt. 6:14, 15;

Job 42:10.

NOTE.—"Nothing can justify an unforgiving spirit. He who is unmerciful

toward others shows that he himself is not a partaker of God's pardoning

grace. In God's forgiveness the heart of the erring one is drawn close to the

great heart of Infinite

Love."—Christ's Object Lessons,

page 251.

12.

In group prayer, what is an all-important element? Matt. 18 : 19 ;

Acts 4:31, 32, first part.

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NOTE.—"Let Christians put away all dissension, and give themselves to

God for the saving of the lost. Let them ask in faith for the promised blessing,

and it will come. The outpouring of the Spirit in the days of the apostles was

the 'former rain,' and glorious was the result.- But the latter rain will be more

abundant."—Testimonies,

vol. 8, p. 21.

13.

In what reverential attitude should we approach the Ruler of the

universe when we come to Him in prayer? Ps. 95:6.

NOTE.—"While engaged in our daily work, we should lift the soul to heaven

in prayer. These silent petitions rise like incense before the throne of grace;

and the enemy is baffled. The Christian whose heart is thus stayed upon God

cannot be overcome."—Gospel

Workers,

page 254.

In his regular seasons of prayer, the most appropriate way for the Chris-

tian to approach his heavenly Father is reverently to kneel in the presence of

his Maker. Jesus set us this example (Luke 22:41), as did also Daniel (Dan.

6:10), Peter (Acts 9:40), Paul (Eph. 3:14), and others.

"Both in public and in private worship, it is our privilege to bow on our

knees before the Lord when we offer our petitions to

Him."—Gospel Workers,

page 178.

Examples of Victorious Prayer

14.

How does the life of Christ on earth demonstrate the efficacy of

prayer? Mark 1:35; Luke 6:12; Heb. 5:7.

NOTE.—"Let your heart break for the longing it has for God, for the living

God. The life of Christ has shown what humanity can do by being partaker of

the divine nature. All that Christ received from God we too may have. Then

ask and receive. With the persevering faith of Jacob, with the unyielding per-

sistence of Elijah, claim for yourself all that God has promised."—Christ's

Object Lessons,

page 149.

15.

What experiences in the lives of Elijah and Daniel show the great

possibilities in prayer? James 5:17, 18; Dan. 6:10, 22.

16.

In order to be overcomers, what must be our attitude toward prayer

during the troubles of these last days? 1 Peter 4:7; Luke 21:36.

NOTE.—"Their only hope is in the mercy of God; their only defense will be

prayer. As Joshua was pleading before the Angel, so the remnant church, with

brokenness of heart and earnest faith, will plead for pardon and deliverance

through Jesus their Advocate. . . .

"But while the followers of Christ have sinned, they have not given them-

selves to the control of evil. They have put away their sins, and have sought

the Lord in humility and contrition, and the divine Advocate pleads in their

behalf."—Testimonies,

vol. 5, pp. 473,474.

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Lesson 7, for May 16, 1942

The Christian in His Home

MEMORY VERSE: "Be kindly affectitmed one to another with brotherly love;

in honor preferring one another." Rom. 12:10.

STUDY HELP: "The Ministry of Healing," pages 349355, 388-394.

SEED THOUGHT: "The mission of the home extends beyond its own members.

The Christian home is to be an object lesson, illustrating the excellence of the true

principles of life. Such an illustration will be a power for good in the world. Far more

powerful than any sermon that can be preached is the influence of a true home upon

human hearts and lives. As the youth go out from such a home, the lessons they have

learned are imparted. Nobler principles of life are introduced into other households,

and an uplifting influence works in the community."—"The Ministry of Healing,"

page 352.

Two Institutions From Eden

What two institutions have come down to fallen man from beyond

the gates of paradise? Matt, 19:4-6; Mark 2:27, 28.

NOTE.—"

'Marriage is honorable;' it was one of the first gifts of God to

man, and it is one of the two institutions that, after the fall, Adam brought

with him beyond the gates of Paradise. . . .

"In six days the great work of creation had been accomplished. And God

`rested on the seventh day from all His work which He had made. And God

blessed the seventh day, and sanctified it; because that in it He had rested from

all His work which God created and made' . . .

. "Following the example of the Creator, man was to rest upon this sacred

day, that as he should look upon the heavens and the earth, he might reflect

upon God's great work of creation; and that as he should behold the evidences

of God's wisdom and goodness, his heart might be filled with love and reverence

for his

Maker."—Patriarchs and Prophets,

pages 46, 47.

What was the origin of the home? Gen. 2:18; 1:27.

NOTE.—"Among

all the creatures that God had made on the earth, there

was not one equal to man. And 'God said, It is not good that the man should

be alone; I will make him an helpmeet for him.' Man was not made to dwell

in solitude ; he was to be a social being. Without companionship, the beautiful

scenes and delightful employments of Eden would have failed to yield perfect

happiness. Even communion with angels could not have satisfied his desire

for sympathy and companionship. There was none of the same nature to love,

and to be loved.

"God Himself gave Adam a companion. He provided 'an helpmeet for him,'

—a helper corresponding to him,—one who was fitted to be his companion,

and who could be one with him in love and sympathy. Eve was created from

a rib taken from the side of Adam, signifying that she was not to control him

as the head, nor to be trampled under his feet as an inferior, but to stand by

his side as an equal, to be loved and protected by

him."—Patriarchs and

Prophets,

page 46.

Who celebrated the first marriage

and what was it designed to do?

Mark 10:6-9.

NotE.—"God celebrated the first marriage. Thus the institution has for

its originator the Creator of the universe. . . . When the divine principles are

recognized andobeyed in this relation, marriage is a blessing; it guards the

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purity and happiness of the race, it provides for man's social needs, it elevates

the physical, the intellectual, and the moral

nature."—Patriarchs and Prophets,

page 46.

Characteristics of the Christian Home

What daily prayer service in the sanctuary was designed

to serve

as an example

for the Christian home today? Ex. 30:1,

7, 8.

Nom.—"Fathers and mothers, however prpcsing your business, do not fail

to gather your family around God's altar. Ask for the guardianship of holy

angels in your home. Remember that your dear ones are exposed to tempta-

tions. Daily annoyances beset the path of young and old. Those who would

live patient, loving, cheerful lives must pray. Only by receiving constant help

from God can we gain the victory over

self."—The Ministry of Healing,

page

393.

What is to reign in the

Christian home? Eph. 5:25; Titus 2:4.

NorE.—"Parents, let the sunshine of love, cheerfulness, and happy content-

ment enter your own hearts, and let its sweet, cheering influence pervade your

home. Manifest a kindly, forbearing spirit; and encourage the same in your

children, cultivating all the graces that will brighten the home life. The at-

mosphere thus created will be to the children what air and sunshine are to the

vegetable world, promoting health and vigor of mind and

body."—The Minis-

try of Healing,

page 387.

Where there is not perfect unity in the home, how are the prayers

affected? 1 Peter 3:7, last part.

The Home Builders

How close

should be the tie binding husband and wife together?

What relationship is this union designed to represent? Eph. 5:25-33.

Nom--"The spirit that Christ manifests toward us is the spirit that hus-

band and wife are to manifest toward each other. , . . Neither the husband

nor the wife should attempt to exercise over the other an arbitrary control.

Do not try to compel each other to yield to your wishes. You cannot do this

and retain each other's love. Be kind, patient, and forbearing, considerate, and

courteous. By the grace of God you can succeed in making each other happy,

as in your marriage vow you promised to

do."—The Ministry of Healing,

page

361.

How only

can marriage prove the mutual blessing that God desires

it to be to the home builders? Eph. 4:1-3.

No.:T.—The

following ten excellent suggestions for home builders will be

found

pages 360-362 of

The Ministry of Healing:

"Determine to be all that it is possible to be to each other."

"Continue the early attentions."

"In every way encourage each other in fighting the battles of life."

"Study to advance the happiness of each other."

"Let there be mutual love, mutual forbearance."

"Let each give love rather than exact it."

"Cultivate that which is noblest in yourselves."

"Be quick to recognize the good qualities in each other."

"Remember that true joy can be found only in unselfish service."

10.

"Make Christ first and last and best in everything."

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What promise of God's help in saving their children may devoted

parents claim? Isa. 49:24, 25.

NOTE.—"Brought up under the wise and loving guidance of a true home,

children will have no desire to wander away in search of pleasure and com-

panionship. Evil will not attract them. The spirit that prevails in the home

will mold their characters; they, will form habits and principles that will be a

strong defense against temptation when they shall leave the home shelter and

take their place in the world."—The

Ministry of Healing,

page 394.

The Christian Family and Its Influence

10.

What should be the attitude of children toward their parents? Eph.

6:1-3; Ex. 20:12.

NoTE.—"Our youth profess to be among those who keep the command-

ments of God, and yet many of them neglect and break the fifth command-

ment; and the rich blessing promised to those who observe this precept, and

honor father and mother, cannot be fulfilled to them. Unless they repent of

their sin, and reform their practices and character through the grace of Christ,

they will never enter into the new earth, upon which they may live eternally.

Those who do not respect and love their parents will not respect and honor

God. Those who fail to bear the test, who fail to honor their God-fearing

parents, fail to obey God, and therefore cannot expect to come into the land of

promise."—Messages to Young People,

pages 331, 332.

11.

How did the great Exemplar of youth bless the humble home in

which He grew up? Luke 2:51, 52.

NOTE.—"The importance and the opportunities of the home life are illus-

trated in the life of Jesus. He who came from heaven to be our example and

teacher spent thirty years as a member of the household at Nazareth. . . .

"In an unobtrusive way, from His very childhood, He ministered to others,

and because of this, when He began His public ministry, many heard Him

gladly."—The

Ministry of Healing,

pages 349, 350.

12.

What kind of home did Abraham have? How did it affect others?

Gen. 18:19, 18.

NoTE.—"Abraham's affection for his children and his household led him to

guard their religious faith, to impart to them a knowledge of the divine statutes,

as the most precious legacy he could, transmit to them, and through them to

the

world."—Patriarchs and prophets,

page 142.

13.

What influence should the Christian home exert outside its own

boundary? Gen. 26:4, 5; Isa. 61:6, 9. (Ps. 128:1-4)

NOTE.—"A well-ordered Christian household is a powerful argument in

favor of the reality of the Christian religion,—an argument that the infidel

cannot gainsay. . . . If the homes of professed Christians had a right religious

mold, they would exert a mighty influence for good. They would indeed be

the 'light of the world.'

"—Patriarchs and Prophets,

page 144.

Millions are begging for the bread of life as found in the truths of the

message. Will you help send it to them in the Thirteenth Sabbath Offering?

Help liberally in the mission work of the Southern European Division. It

means souls saved in the kingdom of God.

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Lesson 8, for May 23, 1942

The Christian in the Church

MEMORY VERSE: "I the Lord do keep it; I will water it every moment: lest

any hurt it, I will keep it night and day." Isa. 27:3.

STUDY HELP: "The Acts of the Apostles," pages 9-16, 593-602.

SEED THOUGHT: "The church is God's appointed agency for the salvation of

men. It was organized for service, and its mission is to carry the gospel to the world.

From the beginning it has been God's plan that through His church shall be reflected

to the world His fullness and His sufficiency. The members of the church, those whom

He has called out of darkness into His marvelous light, are to show forth His glory.

The church is the repository of the riches of the grace of Christ; and through the

church will eventually be made manifest, even to 'the principalities and powers in

heavenly places,' the final and full display of the love of God."—"The Acts of the

Apostles,"

page

God's Family on Earth

Where are the members of God's great family? For whom are they

named? Where is the family record kept? Eph. 3:14, 15; Heb. 12:23.

What does God call the members of His family? 2 Cor. 6:17, 18.

Mention another figure used to represent the church and Christ's

intimate relation to it. Eph. 1:22, 23; Col. 1:18.

Privileges and Responsibilities

How does God regard His church, and how tenderly does He care

for it? Isa. 5:7; 27:3.

NoTE.—"Enfeebled and defective as it may appear, the church is the one

object upon which God bestows in a special sense His supreme regard. It is

the theater of His grace, in which He delights to reveal His power to trans-

form hearts."—The

Acts of the Apostles,

page 12.

What is the high privilege and great mission of God's family, or

church, on earth? Matt. 28:18-20.

What is the chief business of each member of God's church? 1 Peter

2:9, 10; Isa. 62:1, 2.

What provision has God made to enable His church to do its ap-

pointed work? Acts 1:8; Eph. 4:11-13.

NoTE.—"When we are endowed with the Spirit, we take hold by faith of

infinite power. There is nothing lost of that which comes from God. The

Saviour of the world sends His messages to the soul, that the darkness of error

may be dispelled. The work of the Spirit is immeasurably great. It is from

this source that power and efficiency come to the worker for

God."—Gospel

Workers,

page 289.

Characteristics of God's Family

After joining God's family through the new birth (John 3:3, 7),

whose nature will the children manifest? 2 Peter 1:4.

What strong evidence of true discipleship did Jesus pray that His

followers might possess? John 17:11; 13:35.

NoTE.—"When Christ's prayer is fully believed, when its instruction is

brought into the daily life of God's people, unity of action will be seen in our

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ranks. Brother will be bound to brother by the golden bonds of the love of

Christ. The Spirit of God alone can bring about this oneness. He who sanc-

tified Himself can sanctify His disciples. United with Him, they will be united

with one another in the most holy faith. When we strive for this unity as God

desires us to strive for it, it will come to

us."—Testimonies,

vol. 8, p. 243.

10.

How should themembers of the church relate themselves to one an-

other? 1 Cor. 12;25-27; Col. 3:12-15.

11.

In,

order that-we as members of God's family on earth may be pre-

pared, for the supreme crisis in the great controversy, what must we do?

2 COL 7:1.

NoTE.—"The requirements of God must be brought home to the conscience.

Men and women must be" awakened to the duty of self-mastery, the need of

purity, freedom from every depraving appetite and defiling habit. They need

to be impressed with the fact that all their powers of mind and body are the

gift of God, and are to be preserved in the best possible condition for His serv-

ice."—The

Ministry of Healing,

page 130.

The Assembly of the Saints

12.

What is the place of worship called? How are we commanded to

regard it and why? Isa. 56:7; Lev. 19 : 30 ; Hab. 2:20.

NOTE.—"God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to

be had in reverence of all them that are about Him." Ps. 89: 7. "Give unto the

Lord the glory due unto His name: bring an offering, and come into His courts.

0 worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness: fear before Him, all the earth."

Ps. 96:8, 9. 1 Chron. 16:29 bears out a similar thought.

"The reverence which the people had anciently for the sanctuary where

they met with God in sacred service, has largely passed away. Nevertheless,

God Himself gave the order of His service, exalting it high above everything

of a temporal nature. . . .

"If some have to wait a few minutes before the meeting begins, let them

maintain a true spirit of devotion by silent meditation, keeping the heart up-

lifted to God in prayer that the service may be of special benefit to their own

hearts, and lead to the conviction and conversion of other souls. They should

remember that heavenly messengers are in the house. We all lose much sweet

communion with God by our restlessness, by not encouraging moments of re-

flection and

prayer."—Testimonies, vol.

5, pp. 491, 492.

13.

Against what are God's children admonished in these last days?

Heb. 10:25.

Nora.—"Never entertain the thought that you can be Christians and yet,

withdraw within yourselves. Each one is a part of the great web of humanity,

and the nature and quality of your experience will be largely determined by

the experiences of those with whom you associate. Jesus says, 'Where two or

three are gathered together in My name, there am I in the midst' Matt. 18:20.

Then let us not forsake the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner

of some is; but exhort one another; and so much the more, as we see the day

approaching."—Testimonies, vol.

7, p. 190.

14.

When will all the earthly members of God's family be with Jesus

forevermore? John 14:2, 3; 1 Thess. 4:16, 17.

NoiE.—When that happy clay comes, the earthly members of God's family

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—purified, beautified, glorified—will have finished their course in this sin-

cursed earth, and will meet around the throne of God.

"Christ is coming with clouds and with great glory. A multitude of shin-

ing angels will attend Him. He will come to raise the dead, and to change the

living saints from glory to glory. He will come to honor those who have loved

Him, and kept His commandments, and to take them to Himself. He has not

forgotten them nor His promise"—Th

e Desire'of Ages,

page 632.

Lesson 9, for May 30, 1942

The Christian in the World

MEMORY VERSE: "Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world.

If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him." 1 John 2:15.

STUDY HELPS: "Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing," pages 63-72; "Testi-

monies," vol. 5, pp. 202-207.

SEED THOUGHT: "Christ's followers are to be more than a light in the midst of

men. They are the light of the world. Jesus says to all who have named His name,

You have given yourselves to Me, and

have given you to the world as My represent-

atives. As the Father had sent Him into the world, so, He declares, 'have I also sent

them into the world.' As Christ is the channel for the revelation of the Father, so we

are to be the channel for the revelation of Christ."—"Thoughts From the Mount of

Blessing," page 66.

"You cannot affiliate with the world without becoming a partaker of its spirit, with-

out becoming guilty of treason against the Lord who has bought you."—Mrs. E. G.

White in "Review

and Herald," Aug. 26, 1890.

The Christian's Aims and Prospects

What prospects are before the Christian? Matt. 5:5; James 2:5.

NOTE.—"After

a recital of many of the beautiful visions of future glory for

the Christian, the inspired pen addresses the Christian living today thus:

"He who died for the sins of the world, is opening wide the gates of paradise

to all who believe on Him. Soon the battle will have been fought, the victory

won. Soon we shall see Him in whom our hopes of eternal life are centered.

And in His presence the trials and sufferings of this life will seem as nothing-

ness. . . .

"Look up, look up, and let your faith continually increase. Let this faith

guide you along the narrow path that leads through the gates of the city into

the great beyond, the wide, unbounded future of glory that is for the redeemed."

—Prophets and Kings,

page 732.

With such prospects, what should be the Christian's constant aim?

1 Thess. 5 : 23.

NOTE.—"As

you live His life, showing self-sacrifice at every step, con-

stantly revealing a stronger sympathy for those in need of help, you will gain

victory after victory. Day by day you will learn better how to conquer self and

how to strengthen your weak points of character. The Lord Jesus will be your

light, your strength, your crown of rejoicing, because you yield your will to

His will

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"The Saviour calls upon you to deny self and take up the cross. Then noth-

ing will prevent the development of the whole being. The daily experience will

reveal healthy, harmonious

action."—Testimonies, vol.

7, p. 49.

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Because of the dangers before the Christian, what does his heavenly

Father counsel him to do? 2 Peter 3:14; 1:10.

NorE.—"If man lays hold of the divine nature, working upon the plan of

addition, adding grace to grace in perfecting a Christian character, God will

work upon the plan of multiplication."—Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 148.

Worldly Aims and Ambitions

What three forms of worldly aims and ambitions are listed? 1 John

2:16.

How do worldly ambitions affect the Christian's prospects for spirit-

ual advancement? Mark 4:19 (Luke 18:22-24); 1 John 4:5.

NOTE.—"Those who profess to serve God, and yet make no advancement in

knowledge and piety, are Christians only in name. The soul temple is filled

with desecrated shrines. Frivolous reading, trifling conversation, and worldly

pleasure, occupy the mind so completely that there is no room left for the

entrance of God's word. Worldliness, frivolity, and pride take the place

which

Christ should occupy in the

soul."—Messages to Young People,

page 66.

The Christian's Privileges and Duties

What great privilege and responsibility has God given to every one

of His children? 1 Cor. 6:19, 20.

NcerE.—"The service of God demands all the powers of our being, and we

fail of meeting the design of God unless we bring these powers to a high state

of cultivation, and educate the mind to love to contemplate heavenly things,

and strengthen and ennoble the energies of the soul by right actions, operating

to the glory of

God."—Testimonies, vol.

2, p. 187.

What is the Christian's responsibility in his relation to others? 1

Tim. 4:12.

NorE.—"Every day of life is freighted with responsibilities which we must

bear. Every day, our words and acts are making impressions upon those with

whom we associate. How great the need that we set a watch upon our lips and

guard carefully our steps ! . . .

"The true follower of Christ strengthens the good purposes of

all

with

whom he comes in contact. Before an unbelieving, sin-loving world, he reveals

the power of God's grace and the perfection of His character."—Prophets

and

Kings,

page 348.

In the Christian's relation to life, whose will and example should he

follow? John 6:38; 17:18.

Warnings to the Christian

What definite command is given concerning the Christian's attitude

toward the world? How did Christ pray for His followers? 1 John 2:15;

John 17:14, 15.

NOTE.—"There are many whose hearts are aching under a load of care

because they seek to reach the world's standard. They have chosen its service,

accepted its perplexities, adopted its customs. Thus their character is marred,

and their life made a weariness. . . . Our Lord desires them to lay aside this

yoke of bondage. He invites them to accept His yoke; He says, 'My yoke is

easy, and My blircITI iS

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He bids them first seek the kingdom of God and

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His righteousness, and His promise is, that all things needful to them for this

life shall be added. Worry is blind, and cannot discern the future; but Jesus

sees the end from the beginning. In every difficulty He has His way prepared

to bring relief. Our heavenly Father has a thousand ways to provide for us,

of which we know nothing. Those who accept the one principle of making the

service and honor of God supreme, will find perplexities vanish, and a plain

path before their feet."—The

Desire of Ages,

page 330.

10.

How must the Christian guard his social activities? Eph. 5:11.

No'rE.—"Christ did not refuse to mingle with others in friendly intercourse.

When invited to a feast by Pharisee or publican, He accepted the invitation.

On such occasions every word that He uttered was a savor of life unto life to

His hearers; for He made the dinner hour an occasion• of imparting many pre-

cious lessons adapted to their

needs."—Testimonies,

vol. 6, p. 173.

"Especially should those who have tasted the love of Christ develop their

social powers, for in this way they may win souls to the Saviour."—Id., page

172.

11.

How will the destiny of every professed Christian be determined?

Gal. 6:7, 8.

Nozi.—"Satan leads many to believe that God will overlook their unfaith-

fulness in the minor affairs of life; but the Lord shows in His dealings with

Jacob that He will in nowise sanction or tolerate evil. All who endeavor to

excuse or conceal their sins, and permit them to remain upon the books of

heaven, unconfessed and unforgiven, will be overcome by Satan. The more

exalted their profession, and the more honorable the position which they hold,

the more grievous is their course in the sight of God, and the more sure the

triumph of their great adversary. Those who delay a preparation for the day

of God cannot obtain it in the time of trouble, or at any subsequent time. The

case of all such is hopeless."—The

Great Controversy,

page 620.

Secret of Overcoming

12.

What is God's counsel to him who would overcome the love of the

world? Col. 3:1-4.

13.

What provision has God made whereby the Christian may have all

needed help for overcoming the world? 1 John 4:4; 5:4.

NOTE.—"He

[God] knows there are trials and dangers, and He deals with

us plainly. He does not propose to take His people out of a world of sin and

evil, but He points them to a never-failing refuge."—Steps

to Christ,

page 128.

14.

Then what must be the steadfast attitude of the Christian toward

the world? Rom. 13:11-14.

NoTE.—"You cannot mingle with worldlings, and partake of their spirit,

and follow their example, and be at the same time a child of

God."—Testi-

monies,

vol. 2, p. 44.

"Seventh-day Adventists have been chosen by God as a peculiar people,

separate from the world. By the great cleaver of truth He has cut them out

from the quarry of the world, and brought them into connection with Himself.

He has made them His representatives, and has called them to be ambassadors

for Him in the last work of salvation. The greatest wealth of truth ever en-

trusted to mortals, the most solemn and fearful warnings ever sent by God to

man, have been committed to them to be given to the

world,"—Testimonies,

vol.

7, p. 138.

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Lesson 10, for June 6, 1942

The Christian's Call to Service

MEMORY VERSE: "Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but

to minister, and to give His life a ransom for many." Matt. 20:28.

STUDY HELP: "Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing," pages 119-150.

SEED THOUGHT: "However short our service or humble our work, if in simple

faith we follow Christ, we shall not be disappointed of the reward. That which even

the greatest and wisest cannot earn, the weakest and most humble may receive. Heav-

en's golden gate opens not to the self-exalted. It is not lifted up to the proud in spirit.

But the everlasting portals will open wide to the trembling touch of a little child.

Blessed will be the recompense of grace to those who have wrought for God in the sim-

plicity of faith and love."—"Christ's Object Lessons," page

404.

Called to Service

In what way is Christ's life an example of helpfulness to others?

Matt. 20:27, 28; Acts 10:38.

NOTE.—"As the rays of the sun penetrate to the remotest corners of the

globe, so. God designs that the light of the gospel shall extend to every soul

upon the earth. If the church of Christ were fulfilling the purpose of our

Lord, light would be shed upon all that sit in darkness and in the region and

shadow of death. Instead of congregating together and shunning responsibility

and cross bearing, the members of the church would scatter into all lands, let-

ting the light of Christ shine out from them, working as He did for the salva-

tion of souls, and this 'gospel of the kingdom' would speedily be carried to all

the

world."—Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing,

pages 69, 70.

With whom is the Christian united in service? What is his work?

1 Cor. 3:9; 2 Cor. 5:17-20.

NoiE.—"Angels of heaven are commissioned to co-operate with the efforts

of God's appointed messengers on

earth."—Testimonies, vol.

7, p. 35.

To how many has an individual work been assigned? Mark 13:34.

NOTE.—"Christ's followers have been redeemed for service. . . . He gives

`to every man his work.' Each has his place in the eternal plan of heaven. Each

is to work in co-operation with Christ for the salvation of souls. Not more

surely is the place prepared for us in the heavenly mansions than is the special

place designated on earth where we are to work for

God."—Christ's Object

Lessons,

pages 326, 327.

Kinds of Work to Be Done

What are important features of our missionary work? 1 Peter 4:9,

_10; Isa. 58:6, 7.

What emphasis does God place on Christian help work? James 1:27;

2:14, 17.

NOTE.—"In placing among them the helpless and the poor, to be depend-

ent upon their care, Christ tests His professed followers. By our love and

service for His needy children we prove the genuineness of our love for Him.

To neglect them is to dedare ourselves false disciples, strangers to Christ and

His love."

—Ministry of Healing,

page 205.

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How should the Christian work for his neighbors and friends? John

1:40-42.

NoTE.—"Let the members of every church feel it their special duty to labor

for those in their neighborhood. Let each one who claims to stand under the

banner of Christ feel that he has entered into covenant relation with God, to

do the work of the Saviour. Let not those who take up this work become

weary in well-doing. When the redeemed stand before God, precious souls

will respond to their names who are there because of the faithful, patient efforts

put forth in their behalf, the entreaties and earnest persuasions to flee to the

Stronghold. Thus those who in this world have been laborers together with

God will receive their

reward."—Testimonies,

vol. 8, pp. 196, 197.

Secret of Success

To be pre-eminently successful in service, what must the Christian

do? Matt. 4:19.

NOTE.—"Learning, talents, eloquence, every natural or acquired endow-

ment, may be possessed; but without the presence of the Spirit of God, no

'heart will be touched, no sinner be won to Christ. On the other hand, if they

are connected with Christ, if the gifts of the Spirit are theirs, the poorest and

most ignorant of His disciples will have a power that will tell upon hearts. God

makes them the channel for the outworking of the highest influence in the

universe."—Christ's

Object Lessons,

page 328.

Speaking of the work of the apostles, we read, "So long as they obeyed His

word, and worked in connection with Him, they could not fail."—The

Acts of

of the Apostles,

page 29.

What spirit permeates all true service? 2 Cor. 5:14, first part; 12:15.

NOTE.—"Love will be revealed in sacrifice. The plan of redemption was

laid in sacrifice,—a sacrifice so broad and deep and high that it is immeasurable.

Christ gave all for us, and those who receive Christ will be ready to sacrifice

all for the sake of their Redeemer. The thought of His honor and glory will

come before anything

else."—Christ's Object Lessons,

page 49.

How deep was Paul's love for his brethren? Rom. 9:1-3.

NorE.—"The value of a soul, who can estimate? Would you know its

worth, go to Gethsemane, and there watch with Christ through those hours of

anguish, when He sweat as it were great drops of blood. Look upon the Sav-

iour uplifted on the cross. Hear that despairing cry, 'My God, My God, why

hast Thou forsaken Me?' Look upon the wounded head, the pierced side, the

marred feet. Remember that Christ risked all. For our redemption, heaven

itself was imperiled. At the foot of the cross, remembering that for one sinner

Christ would have laid down His life, you may estimate the value of a soul.

"If you are in communion with Christ, you will place His estimate upon

every human being. You will feel for others the same deep love that Christ has

felt for you. Then you will be able to win, not drive, to attract, not repulse,

those for whom He

died."—Christ's Object Lessons,

pages 196, 197.

Heaven's Interest and Rewards

10.

What great reward awaits the faithful soul winner in the hereafter?

Dan. 12:3; Luke 18:29, 30.

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11.

How deeply interested is heaven in the salvation of the lost? Luke

15:6, 7.

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NorE.—"Divine love has been stirred to its unfathomable depths for the

sake of men, and angels marvel to behold in the recipients of so great love a

mere surface gratitude. Angels marvel at man's shallow appreciation of the

love of God. Heaven stands indignant at the neglect shown to the souls of men."

—The Desire of Ages,

page 825.

12.

How does Christ regard even the humblest service? Matt. 25:35-40.

NOTE.—"It is not the length of time we labor, but our willingness and

fidelity in the work, that makes it acceptable to God. In all our service a full

surrender of self is demanded. The smallest duty done in sincerity and self-

forgetfulness, is more pleasing to God than the greatest work when marred

with self-seeking. He looks to see how much of the spirit of Christ we cherish,

and how much of the likeness of Christ our work reveals. He regards more

the love and faithfulness with which we work than the amount we do."—

Christ's Object Lessons,

page 402.

The Call of the Hour

13.

What cry comes today with increasing urgency from every part of

the earth? Acts 16:9; John 12:20, 21; Isa. 60:3, 4.

Nora—"The

work which the church has failed to do in a time of peace

and prosperity, she will have to do in a terrible crisis, under most discourag-

ing, forbidding circumstances. The warnings that worldly conformity has

silenced or withheld, must be given under the fiercest opposition from enemies

of the

faith."—Testimonies, vol.

5, p. 463.

14.

What call comes to each member of the church today? Matt.

21: 28-31.

NotE.—"The word

is given from the throne of God, 'Every man to his

work, each to do his best'

"—Special Testimonies,

No.

11,

p. 30.

"No district is to be neglected. Any region that is left in darkness testifies

to our unfaithfulness."—Mrs. E. G. White,

An Appeal for Missions,

pages

15, 16.

Lesson 11, for June 13, 1942

The Christian as a Steward

MEMORY VERSE: "What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy

Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? For ye

are

bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are

God's." 1 Cot. 6:19, 20.

STUDY HELP: "The Acts of the Apostles," pages 335-345.

SEED THOUGHT: "The real character of the church is measured, not by the

high profession she makes, not by the names enrolled upon the church book, but by

what she is actually doing for the Master, by the number of her persevering, faithful

workers. Personal interest, and vigilant, individual effort will accomplish more for the

cause of Christ than can be wrought by sermons or creeds."—Mrs. E. G. White, in the

"Review and Herald," Sept. 6, 1881.

God's Ownership and Goodness

How extensive is God's ownership in this world? Ps. 24:1; Haggai

2:8; Ps. 50:10-12.

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NoTE.—"All things are God's, not only by creation, but by redemption. All

the blessings of this life and of the life to come, are delivered to us stamped

with the cross of

Calvary."—Christ's Object Lessons,

page 362.

To whom do the people of the earth, with their time, talent, and

strength, belong? 1 Cor. 6:19, 20; Isa. 43:1.

How is God ever demonstrating His loving care for man and beast?

Acts 14:15-17; Ps. 145:15, 16.

NOTE.-"

'God is love,' is written upon every opening bud, upon every

spire of springing grass. The lovely birds making the air vocal with their happy

songs, the delicately tinted flowers in their perfection perfuming the air, the

lofty trees of the forest with their rich foliage of living green,—all testify to

the tender, fatherly care of our God, and to His desire to make His children

happy."—Steps

to Christ,

page 10.

How are men enabled to acquire means and succeed in their under-

takings? Deut. 8:17, 18; Prov. 10:22.

What great truth are many of God's professed people prone to forget?

Deut. 8:11-14, 18.

NorE.—"Too often those

who possess worldly treasure forget that it is God

who gives them power to get wealth. They say, 'My power and the might of

mine hand hath gotten

me this wealth.' Their

riches, instead of awakening

gratitude to God, lead to the exaltation of self. They lose the sense of their

dependence upon God and their obligation to their fellow men. Instead of re-

garding wealth as a talent to be employed for the glory of God and the uplift-

ing of humanity, they look upon it as a means of serving themselves. Instead

of developing in man the attributes of God, riches thus used are developing in

him the attributes of Satan. The seed of the word is choked with thorns."—

Christ's Object Lessons,

page 52.

Reminders of God's Ownership

In the garden of Eden, what constant reminder of God's ownership

did Adam and Eve have? Gen. 2:16, 17.

NorE.—"The Lord created every tree in Eden pleasant to the eyes and good

for food, and He bade Adam and Eve freely enjoy His bounties. But He made

one exception. Of the tree of knowledge of good and evil they

were

not to eat.

This tree God reserved as a constant reminder of His ownership of all. Thus

He gave them opportunity to demonstrate their faith and trust in Him by their

perfect obedience to His requirements."—Testimonies, vol. 6, p. 386.

How were the patriarchs asked to acknowledge God's ownership and

His loving care? Lev. 27:30; Prov. 3:9.

NorE.—"The tithing system reaches back beyond the days of Moses. Men

were

required to offer to God gifts for religious purposes before the definite

system was given to Moses, even as far back as the days of Adam. In comply-

ing with God's requirements, they were to manifest in offerings their apprecia-

tion of His mercies and blessings to them. This was continued through suc-

cessive generations, and was carried out by Abraham, who gave tithes to

Melchisedec, the priest of the most high God. The same principle existed in

the days of Job. Jacob, when at Bethel, an exile and penniless wanderer, lay

down at night, solitary and alone, with a rock for his pillow, and there promised

the Lord, 'Of all that Thou shalt give me I will surely give the tenth unto

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Thee.' God does not compel men to give. All that they give must be voluntary.

He will not have His treasury replenished with unwilling offerings."—Testi-

monies,

vol. 3, p. 393.

The Christian's Relation to God's Work

Aside from his prayers (Luke 10:2) and his personal service (2 Cor.

5:20; 1 Cor. 10:31) how may the Christian co-operate with God for the

finishing of His work on earth? Mal. 3:10, first part; 1 Cor. 9:7-14.

NorE.—"Very precious to God is His work in the earth. Christ and heav-

enly angels are watching it every

moment."—Counsels to Teachers,

page 532.

In order that His work may prosper and move forward with speed and power,

God has required of His children that they return to Him for the work to

which He has dedicated it, the tithes and offerings, an acknowledgment that

all things here on earth are His. The tithes and offerings He not only requires

at the hands of His children, but their willing service as His witnesses (Isa. 43:

10, 12 ; Matt. 28:18-20) as well. Every man who receives of the bounties of

God is by his receiving of God's gifts in debt to both his Maker and to every

man in need. God supplies the spiritual and physical needs of men through our

tithes and offerings and through our willing and loyal service in behalf of others.

What is the divine standard for individual giving? Against what are

we warned? 2 Cor. 8:12; 1 Cor. 16:2; Luke 12:15.

NorE.—"Many would be surprised to see how much could be saved for the

cause of God by acts of self-denial. The small sums saved by deeds of sacrifice

will do more for the upbuilding of the cause of God than larger gifts will ac-

complish that have not called for denial of self

."—C ounsels on Health,

page 131.

"God has made the proclamation of the gospel dependent upon the labors

and the gifts of His people. Voluntary offerings and the tithe constitute the

revenue of the Lord's work."—The

Acts of the Apostles,

page 74.

The Call of the Hour

10.

What arousing call comes to the stewards of God's blessings in this

last dark hour? Isa. 60:1, 2.

NorE.—"Vigilance and fidelity have been required of Christ's followers in

every age; but now that we are standing upon the very verge of the eternal

world, holding the truths we do, having so great light, so important a work,

we must double our diligence. Everyone is to do to the very utmost of his

ability. My brother, you endanger your own salvation if you hold back now.

God will call you to account if you fail in the work He has assigned

you."—

Testimonies, vol.

5, pp. 460, 461.

11.

What words of Christ to His disciples are particularly applicable to

God's children today? John 4:35.

NorE.—"Never was there greater need of earnest, self-sacrificing labor in

the cause of Christ than now, when the hours of probation are fast closing, and

the last message of mercy is to be given to the world. My soul is stirred within

me as the Macedonian cry comes from every

direction."—Testimonies, vol.

p. 732.

12.

What will be the reward of the steward who renders faithful, sac-

rificial service for God during this closing hour? Matt. 25:23.

NOTE.—"While

the great final reward is given at Christ's coming, true-

hearted service for God brings a reward, even in this life. Obstacles, opposition,

and bitter, heartbreaking discouragements, the worker will have to meet. He

may not see the fruit of his toil. But in face of all this he finds in his labor a

blessed recompense. All who surrender themselves to God in unselfish service

for humanity are in co-operation with the Lord of glory. This thought sweetens

all toil, it braces the will, it nerves the spirit for whatever may befall."—

Testimonies,

vol. 6, pp. 305, 306.

Lesson 12, for June 20, 1942

The Christian and the Sabbath

MEMORY VERSE: "Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days shalt

thou labor, and do all thy work: but the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord thy

God: in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter, thy man-

servant, nor thy maidservant, nor thy cattle, nor thy stranger that is within thy gates:

for in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and

rested the seventh day: wherefore the Lord blessed the Sabbath day, and hallowed it."

Ex. 20:8-11.

STUDY HELP: "Testimonies," vol. 6, pp. 349-360.

SEED THOUGHT: "It means eternal salvation to keep the Sabbath holy unto

the Lord. God says, 'Them that honor Me I will honor.' 1 Sam. 2:30."—"Testi-

monies," vol. 6, p. 356.

Creation and Its Memorial

What great act distinguishes the true God from all false gods? Jer.

10:10-12.

Who was associated with the Father in this great act of creation?

John 1:1-3, 10.

NorE.—"The Sovereign of the universe was not alone in His work of benef-

icence. He bad an assodate,—a co-worker who could appreciate His purposes,

and could share His joy in giving happiness to created beings. 'In the begin-

ning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The

same was in the beginning with God.' Christ, the Word, the only begotten of

God, was one with the eternal Father,—one in nature, in character, in purpose,

—the only being that could enter into all the counsels and purposes of God."—

Patriarchs and Prophets,

page 34.

What memorial was erected at the close of creation week, designed

to preserve man's knowledge of and his loyalty to the true God? Gen. 2:1-3.

NorE.—"In Eden, God set up the memorial of His work of creation, in

placing His blessing upon the seventh day. The Sabbath was committed to

Adam, the father and representative of the whole human family. Its observance

was to be an act of grateful acknowledgment, on the part of all who should

dwell upon the earth, that God was their creator and their rightful sovereign;

that they were the work of His hands, and the subjects of His authority. Thus

the institution was wholly commemorative, and given to all mankind. There

was nothing in it shadowy, or of restricted application to any people."—

Patriarchs and Prophets,

page 48.

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For whom was the Sabbath made? Which day is the Lord's day?

Mark 2:27, 28; Ex. 20:10.

In making the Sabbath, what three specific things were done? Gen.

2:3.

NorE.-1. God rested from

all

His work; 2. He sanctified the Sabbath;

3. He blessed the Sabbath. God "rested, not as one weary, but as well pleased

with the fruits of His wisdom and goodness and the manifestations of His

glory."

He "sanctified it or set it apart, as a day of rest for man." "God set

up the memorial of His work of creation, in placing His blessing upon the

seventh day."

What evidence have we that God ceased His labors in creation, and

that He was not physically or mentally weary? Isa. 40:28.

Besides rest, what experience came to God on the Sabbath of the new

creation? Ex. 31:17.

NOTE.—"Was

refreshed."

"The Sabbath was hallowed at the creation. As

ordained for man, it had its origin when 'the morning stars sang together, and

all the sons of God shouted for joy.' Peace brooded over the world; for earth

was in harmony with heaven. 'God saw everything that He had made, and,

behold, it was very good;' and He rested in the joy of His completed work."—

The Desire of Ages,

page 281.

The Sabbath a Sign of God's Power

Of what was the Sabbath a sign? Ezek. 20:20, 12; Ex. 31:13.

Nora.—"Because He had rested upon the Sabbath, 'God blessed

the sev-

enth day, and sanctified it'—set it apart to a holy use. He gave it to Adam as a

day of rest. It was a memorial of the work of creation, and thus a sign of God's

power and His

love."—The Desire of Ages,

page 281.

"The observance of the Sabbath is the sign between God and His people.

Let us not be ashamed to bear the sign that distinguishes us from the world....

"The Sabbath is ever the sign that distinguishes the obedient from the

disobedient. With masterly power Satan has worked to make null and void

the fourth commandment, that the sign of God may be lost sight of"—

Testimonies, vol.

7, p.

105.

By what divinely appointed instrument is the knowledge of God re-

vealed and the work of sanctification accomplished? Heb. 8:8, 10-12.

NoTE.—"The covenant of grace was first made with man in Eden, when

after the fall, there was given a divine promise that the seed of the woman

should bruise the serpent's head. To all men this covenant offered pardon,

and

the assisting grace of God for future obedience through faith in Christ. It also

promised them eternal life on condition of fidelity to God's law. Thus the

patriarchs received the hope of

salvation."—Patriarchs and Prophets,

page 370.

10.

Before the law of God is written in the heart, what takes place?

By what means is the writing accomplished? Ezek. 36:26, 27; 2 Cor. 3:3.

11.

How is the Sabbath related to the new, or perpetual, covenant?

Ex. 31:16, 17.

Nora.—"To us as to Israel the Sabbath is given 'for

a perpetual covenant.'

To those who reverence His holy day the Sabbath is a sign that God recognizes

them as His chosen people. It is a pledge that He will fulfill to them His cove-

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nant. Every soul who accepts the sign of God's government places himself

under the divine, everlasting covenant. He fastens himself to the golden chain

of obedience, every link of which is a

promise."—Testimonies,

vol. 6, p. 350.

True Sabbathkeeping

12.

How

is the Sabbath

to be kept? What will the Sabbath be to the

one who honors God by keeping it holy? Ex. 20:8-11; Isa. 58:13.

Nom.—"God requires that His holy day be as sacredly observed now as

in the time of Israel. The command given to the Hebrews should be regarded

by all Christians as an injunction from Jehovah to them. The day before the

Sabbath should be made a day of preparation, that everything may be in

readiness for its sacred hours. In no case should our own business be allowed

to encroach upon holy

time."—Patriarchs and Prophets,

page 296.

13.

What will be the results to the true Sabbathkeeper?

Isa.

58:14.

NozE.—"To all who receive the Sabbath as a sign of Christ's creative and

redeeming power, it will be a delight. Seeing Christ in it, they delight them-

selves in Him. The Sabbath points them to the works of creation as an evi-

dence of His mighty power in redemption. While it rails to mind the lost peace

of Eden, it tells of peace restored through the Saviour. And every object in

nature repeats His invitation, 'Come unto Me, all ye that labor and are heavy-

laden, and I will give you rest.'

"—The Desire of Ages,

page 289.

The Supreme Test

14.

God's

last message to the world, what startling announcement

is made? What appeal for worship is sounded everywhere? Rev. 14:6, 7.

NOTE.-"

The importance of the Sabbath as a memorial of creation is that

it keeps

ever

present the true reason why worship is due to God,'—because

He is the Creator, and we are His creatures. 'The Sabbath, therefore, lies at

the very foundation of divine worship; for it teaches this great truth in the

most impressive manner, and no other institution does this. The true ground

of divine worship, not of that on the seventh day merely, but of all worship,

is found in the distinction between the Creator and His creatures. This great

fact can never become obsolete, and must never be forgotten.' . . . The keep-

ing of the Sabbath is a sign of loyalty to the true God, 'Him that made heaven,

and earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters.' It follows that the mes-

sage which commands men to worship God and keep His commandments, will

especially call upon them to keep the fourth commandment."—The

Great

Controversy,

pages 437, 438.

15.

pain of death, what opposing worship and mark will be decreed?

Rev. 13:15-17.

16.

What warning is sent from God against such false worship? What

glorious victory is won by those who heed God's message? Rev. 14:9, 10;

15:2,3.

NoTE.—"Fearful is the issue to which the world is to be brought. The

powers of earth, uniting to war against the commandments of God, will decree

that all, 'both small and great,

rich and poor, free and bond,' shall conform

to the customs of the church by the observance of the false sabbath. All who

refuse compliance will be visited with civil penalties, and it will finally be

declared that they are deserving of death. On the other hand, the law of God

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enjoining the Creator's rest day demands obedience, and threatens wrath

against all who transgress its precepts.

"With the issue thus clearly brought before him, whoever shall trample

upon God's law to obey a human enactment, receives the mark of the beast;

he accepts the sign of allegiance to the power which he chooses to obey instead

of God."—The

Great Controversy,

page 604.

Lesson 13, for June 27, 1942

Walking With Jesus

MEMORY VERSE: "Can two walk together, except they be agreed?" Amos 3:3.

STUDY HELP: "The Ministry of Healing," pages 469-482, 503-516.

SEED THOUGHT: "Many fail of imitating our holy Pattern, because they study

so little the definite features of that character. So many are full of busy plans, always

active, and there is no time. or place for the precious Jesus to be a close, dear compan-

ion. They do not refer every thought and action to Him, inquiring, 'Is this the way of

the Lord?' If they did, they would walk with God, as did Enoch."—"Testimonies,"

vol. 6, p. 393.

Standard for God's Children

In order to reach the exalted standard set for the children of God

(Matt. 5:48), what must the Christian do? Micah 6:8; Gen. 5:24.

NOTE.—"Enoch's walk with God was not in a trance or a vision, but in all

the duties of his daily life. He did not become a hermit, shutting himself en-

tirely from the world; for he had, in the world, a work to do for God. In the

family and in his intercourse with men, as a husband and father, a friend, a

citizen,

was the steadfast, unwavering servant of God.

"In the midst of a life of active labor, Enoch steadfastly maintained his

communion with God. The greater and more pressing his labors, the more

constant and earnest were his prayers. He continued to exclude himself at

certain periods from all

society."—Gospel Workers,

pages 51, 52.

What unfailing demonstration do we have of this true Christian

life—this humble walk with God? 1 Peter 2:21; 1 John 2:6.

NorE.—"Christ, the true temple for God's indwelling, molded every detail

of His earthly life in harmony with God's

ideal."—The Desire of Ages,

page 209.

"His perfect humanity is that which all His followers may possess, if they

will be in subjection to God as He

was."—Id.,

page 664.

What do the Scriptures say of the life of Jesus?

ANSWER:

He walked with His heavenly Father. 2 Cor. 5:19; Acts 10:38, last part.

He purposed to do His Father's will. John 6:38.

He was often in prayer. Mark 1:35; Luke 5:16.

He studied the Bible plan for His life. Luke 24:27.

He was fully absorbed in God's business. John 4:34.

He accepted power from the Holy Spirit for service. Acts 10:38; Matt.

3:16.

1, He sacrificed ALL to save sinners. 2 Cor. 8:9.

8. He got His daily program from God every morning. Isa. 50:4.

IsloTE.—"From hours spent with God He came forth morning by morning,

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to bring the light of heaven to men. Daily He received a fresh baptism of the

Holy Spirit. In the early hours of the new day the Lord awakened Him from

His slumbers, and His soul and His lips were anointed with grace, that He

might impart to others. His words were given Him fresh from the heavenly

courts, words that He might speak in season to the weary and oppressed."—

Christ's Object Lessons,

page 139.

Companionship With Jesus

What will Jesus do for those who choose His companionship through

the walk of life, and upon what conditions? John 14:23.

NOTE.—"The spell of a stronger, a perfect, mind will be over us; for we

have a living connection with the source of all-enduring strength. In our di-

vine life we shall be brought into captivity to Jesus Christ. We shall no longer

live the common life of selfishness, but Christ will live in us. His character

will be reproduced in our

nature."—Christ's Object Lessons,

page 61.

How fully will Jesus satisfy the hungry, lonely hearts of His fol-

lowers? John 15:11.

NoTE.—"The Lord would have all His sons and daughters happy, peaceful,

and obedient. . . . Christians may have the joy of communion with Christ;

they may have the light of His love, the perpetual comfort of His presence.

Every step in life may bring us closer to Jesus, may give us a deeper experience

of His love, and may bring us one step nearer to the blessed home of peace.

Then let us not cast away our confidence, but have firm assurance, firmer than

ever before."—Steps

to Christ,

page 130.

What special victory does Jesus promise to His companions? 2 Cor.

10:5, last part; Phil. 4:7.

NOTE.—"By His perfect obedience He has made it possible for every human

being to obey God's commandments. When we submit ourselves to Christ,

the heart is united with His heart, the will is merged in His will, the mind be-

comes one with His mind, the thoughts are brought into captivity to Him;

we live His life. This is what it means to be clothed with the garment of His

righteousness. Then as the Lord looks upon us,He sees, not the fig-leaf gar-

ment; not the nakedness and deformity of sin, u

t His own robe of righteous-

ness, which is perfect obedience to the law of

Jehovah."—Christ's Object

Lessons,

page 312.

Why

can

the Christian who walks faithfully with Jesus face life's

problems courageously? Phil. 4:19; 2 Tim. 1:12.

NorE.—"Jesus does not call on us to follow Him, and then forsake us. If

we surrender our lives to His service, we can never be placed in a position for

which God has not made provision. Whatever may be our situation; we have

a Guide to direct our way; whatever our perplexities, we have a sure Counselor ;

whatever our sorrow, bereavement, or loneliness, we have a sympathizing

Friend. If in our ignorance we make missteps, Christ does not leave us. His

voice clear and distinct, is heard, saying, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life.' "

—Gospel Workers,

page 263.

Evidences of Walking With Jesus

What evidence was seen in Paul's life of his close walk with Jesus?

Phil. 3:7-10; Gal. 2:20.

NOTE.—"Paul carried with him the atmosphere of heaven. All who as-_

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sociated with him felt the influence of his union with Christ. The fact that

his own life exemplified the truth he proclaimed, gave convincing power to his

preaching. Here lies the power of the truth. The unstudied, unconscious in-

fluence of a holy life is the most convincing sermon that can be given in favor

of Christianity. Argument, even when unanswerable, may provoke only op-

position; but a godly example has a power that it is impossible wholly to resist."

—Gospel Workers,

page 59.

How did Paul manage to keep step with Jesus when he was hemmed

in by seemingly insurmountable obstacles? Phil. 3:13, 14.

NorE.—Of Paul it is said, "His faith, made strong by effort and pure by

sacrifice, upheld and strengthened

him."—Gospel Workers,

page 108.

"Amidst the constant storm of opposition, the clamor of enemies, and the

desertion of friends, the intrepid apostle almost lost heart. But he looked back

to Calvary, and with new ardor pressed on to spread the knowledge of the

Crucified. He was but treading the bloodstained path that Christ had trodden

before him. He sought no discharge from the warfare till he should lay off

his armor at the feet of his Redeemer."—The

Acts of the Apostles,

page 297.

10.

What will be the all-absorbing concern of those who walk with Je-

sus? 1 John 2:6; Acts 10:38.

N0TE.—"Jesus did not consider heaven a place to be desired while we were

lost. He left the heavenly courts for a life of reproach and insult, and a death

of shame. He who was rich in heaven's priceless treasure became poor, that

through His poverty we might be rich. We are to follow in the path He trod.

"He who becomes a child of God should henceforth look upon himself as

a link in the chain let down to save the world, one with Christ in His plan of

mercy, going forth with Him to seek and save the lost."—The

Ministry of

Healing,

page 105.

11.

How will the Christian's words as well as his service reveal his com-

panionship with Jesus? Ps. 145:10-12.

Nom.—"Angels are listening to hear what kind of report you are bearing

to the world about your heavenly Master. Let your conversation be of Him

who liveth to make intercession for you before the Father. When you take

the hand of a friend, let praise to God be on your lips and in your heart. This

will attract his thoughts to

Jesus."—Steps to Christ,

page 124.

The End of the Way

12.

What will a continued walk with Jesus do for the Christian? 1 John

1:7; 3:1, 2.

NorE.—"In His prayer to the Father,

Christ gave to the world a lesson

which should be graven on mind and soul. 'This is life eternal,' He said, `that

they might know Thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom Thou hast

sent' This is true education. It imparts power. The experimental knowledge

of God and of Jesus Christ whom He has sent, transforms man into the image

of God. It gives to man the mastery of himself, bringing every impulse and

passion of the lower nature under the control of the higher powers of the mind.

It makes its possessor a son of God and an heir of heaven. It brings him into

communion with the mind of the Infinite, and opens to him the rich treasures

of the universe."—Christ's

Object Lessons,

page 114.

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13.

What inheritance awaits the friends of Jesus who have followed

Him faithfully? Rev. 21:7.

NOTE.—"Tell it over and over again. We may become the sons of God,

members of the royal family, children of the heavenly King. Let it be known

that all who accept Jesus Christ and hold the beginning of their confidence

firm to the end, will be heirs of God, and joint heirs with Christ, 'to an in-

heritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in

heaven for you, who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salva-

tion ready to be revealed in the last time.' 1 Peter 1:4,

5"—Testimonies,

vol.

6, p. 60.

14.

What will be the grand climax of a walk on earth with Jesus? John

17:24; 1 Thess. 4:17, last part.

NoTE.—"Enoch had temptations as well as we. He was surrounded with

society no more friendly to righteousness than is that which surrounds us. The

atmosphere he breathed was tainted with sin and corruption, the same as ours;

yet he lived a life of holiness. He was unsullied with the prevailing sins of the

age in which he lived. So may we remain pure and uncorrupted. He was a

representative of the saints who live amid the perils and corruptions of the

last days. For his faithful obedience to God, he was translated. So, also, the

faithful, who are alive and remain, will be translated. They will be removed

from a sinful and corrupt world to the pure joys of

heaven."—Testimonies,

vol.

2, p. 122.

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Sabbath School Lessons ---Third Quarter

The Sabbath school lessons for the third quarter

in the senior and youth's divisions will be a study

of "The Epistle of fames." This epistle contains

helpful instruction to the members of the church

at this time, and we feel the study of this

hook

will be much appreciated by our people.

Lesson Scripture for Lesson 1: James 1:1-8.

Study Helps include several denominational

books. Among these are "Steps to Christ,"

"Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing," "The

Desire of Ages," "Christ's Object Lessons," and

"Patriarchs and Prophets." You will be greatly

benefited in your daily lesson study by reading

the assignments designated from week to week.

Any of these books may be purchased through

Your Book and Bible House

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THIRTEENTH SABBATH OFFERING, June 27

HE recipients of the "overflow" for the second quarter are the

missions of the Southern European Division—those of North

Africa. This field is a difficult one, the majority of the population

being Mohammedans, but among them are many honest people

who must be reached with the gospel message. A good work has

been established, but their greatest need is the construction of

chapels where our people may meet to worship. In the city of

Algiers our people meet in a hall, but it is like an oven in summer

and an icebox in winter, with no way for ventilation during the

summer months, and no way to heat the hall during the cold.

In 1940, when last we gave to the missions of the Southern

European Division, the "overflow" of the Thirteenth Sabbath

Offering amounted to $8,118.75. This was greatly appreciated in

that field, and helped to meet urgent needs in Madagascar, Mauri-

tius, etc.

Our Sabbath school members should rally in giving a large

offering to this field on June 27, that the hopes of our people for

the construction of a suitable place of worship in Algiers and other

places may be realized. "As God hath prospered" should be your

goal, but at least a dollar a church member is anticipated!

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